A newborn's mouth and nose are initially suctioned:

A: after the newborn has been appropriately dried and warmed.
B: following your assessment of the newborn's breathing effort.
C: as soon as the head delivers, but before the next contraction.
D: in the middle of a contraction, as soon as the head appears.


Answer: C: as soon as the head delivers, but before the next contraction.

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